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Thunderbird Lodge

Lake Tahoe, California

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When millionaire George Whittell Jr. bought acres of shorefront property on Lake Tahoe in the 1930s, he did so with the intention of developing a resort and casino.

But after building Thunderbird Lodge, he decided he liked the privacy and kept the place to himself. Whittell designed the sprawling stone estate to suit his habits and needs — with a barn for his pet elephant, a card house for hosting games, and a boathouse that connected to the main house via an underground tunnel. Whittell also had the home outfitted with a dungeon, plus separate houses for the cook, butler, and caretaker. Visitors may choose to see the stunning lodge by land or by sea — not only is the estate open for walking tours, but guests can also cruise by Thunderbird Lodge on a boat.

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